Gestalten

Jan 29 2025 87 ep. 53 mins 19

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Launched in 2018, Gestalten has grown to become the authority podcast on automotive design. Special guests include industry leaders from the world’s largest manufacturers and mobility design pioneers who are pushing boundaries to shape the future of transportation. Listen to live reviews from the show floors of the world’s biggest auto shows, and learn about the design philosophies and career paths of the industry’s top designers and engineers.

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S03 E04: Designing Beyond Boundaries: India’s Role in Global Automotive Design

Jan 29 2025 63 mins

Join us as Martin Uhlarik, Head of Global Design at Tata Motors, explores India’s growing impact on global automotive design. With insights from his experience in China and India, he discusses the challenges and opportunities in designing for India’s dynamic, youthful market. Learn how culture, infrastructure, and electrification are shaping the future of car design, and why em

S03 E03: Driving Change: India’s Role in Shaping the Future of Automotive Design

Jan 14 2025 56 mins

Join us as we explore the future of automotive design in India with Pratab Bose, Senior Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center, and Martin, CEO of Konzepthaus. We dive into the unique challenges and opportunities in this rapidly growing market, from the rise of electric vehicles to the influence of India’s rich cultural heritage on car design. Discover insights into the

S03 E02: Innovating with Tradition - Hyundai’s Approach to Global and Local Design

Dec 31 2024 55 mins

Join us as we discuss the evolution of car design in Asia with Simon Loasby, exploring cultural shifts, global innovation, and Hyundai’s strategic approach to design. We dive into how these factors are shaping the future of the automotive industry.

S03 E01: How Korean Convenience Shapes Modern Design

Dec 17 2024 46 mins

Join us as we dive into the importance of team culture and design education in Korea with Wonkyu Kang, Vice President and Head of the Kia Innovation Group, and uncover how these elements drive innovation and global collaboration in the automotive industry.

S02 E06: 50 years of California Car Design

Sep 11 2024 53 mins

Join us as we explore how California has become a vital player in the world of car design together with Ian Cartabiano, and how technology, innovation, and diversity have an influence to the industry.

S02 E05: Car Design Entrepreneurship

Aug 28 2024 50 mins

Discover the challenges and opportunities in California's car design studios, the cultural contrasts between European and Californian design philosophies, and why California continues to lead in innovation and creativity, as Martin chats with Nilu27 founder Sasha Selipanov.

S02 E04: The Next Generation of Car Design in California

Aug 14 2024 53 mins

Join Martin Groschwald as he chats with Nikita and Iliya Bridan, founders of Oilstainlab, about their journey and the next generation in car design. They discuss innovative projects, teaching experiences, and the evolution and future of car design culture in California.

S02 E03: Culture and Diversity: Key Influences on Car Design in California

Jul 31 2024 47 mins

Join David Woodhouse, VP at Nissan Design America, and Martin Groschwald, CEO of Konzepthaus, for a captivating exploration of how car design is shaped by cultural diversity and regional influences. Discover why California stands out as a unique mobility hub in a global context.

S02 E02: California Design Gold Rush

Jul 17 2024 64 mins

Andre was one of the first to take the step from the old to the new world, leaving Germany to pursue his career in California. Get insights into his journey and insights in our new episode.

S02 E01: California Dreaming: The Creative Surge in Car Design

Jun 26 2024 83 mins

This episode offers a rare glimpse into Chris's perspective on what's currently missing in modern car design and what the future holds for the industry.